janeinaz

Thanks to those who posted a reply. We did get a 2005 Outback. We just had the windows tinted yesterday, and it looks quite sharp. I'm looking forward to taking it on a road trip before too long.

Since you JUST purchased it, I would go back to the salesperson and see if thedealer would at least split the price of a new deflector. Remind him/her that you purchased a car with what you believed was a complete deflector. The only other option I can think of is to look on the parts board here, or on eBay. Good luck.

Sadly, I have a 2001 Outback with paint issues, and the best option at this point seems to be to trade it in and put it behind me. I had planned to have the car for 10 years, but I can't stand the thought of having to have it repainted, and it's not under warranty. It sounds as though the dealer may make me a reasonable offer in trade, although this remains to be seen. So, I am now trying to decide between a 2004 and a 2005 Outback. There are incentives available on the 2004, but the 2005 offers styling I prefer, as well as the side airbags, and a bit more get up & go. Ok you Subaru experts, are there other points that I should be considering?? By the way, after driving them four different times, I finally ruled out the WRX because of the increased costs of insurance & fuel. So, an Outback it is!

I am trying to decide between a 2005 Outback vs. WRX. (I am not considering the STI.) I test drove both, expecting to fall in love with the WRX, but really preferred driving the Outback. That said, I was looking forward to getting something different, as my current car is an Outback. I wonder if my preference of the Outback is simply that it's familiar. Being in the mountains of Northern AZ, I do need something that will handle winter driving conditions with ease, so there's no question but that a Subaru is my choice, I'm just not sure which one! Also, being in AZ I will get a light exterior color, but I'm not crazy about the interior I would then get w/an Outback. The interior of the WRX is more appealing to me. I'm likely going to drive both cars again today, and see if I feel any differently. I also hesitate to take on the added care the WRX will require in premium fuel, more frequent oil changes, etc.. So, maybe I've already decided! However, if anyone wants to throw in their opinion, I'd be glad to read it.